{"product_id":"autovicat-368-astm-12-station-automatic-vicat-needle-apparatus-for-cement","title":"AutoVicat-368-ASTM 12 Station Automatic Vicat Needle Apparatus (For Cement)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAutoVicat-368-ASTM 12 Station Automatic Vicat Needle Apparatus for Cement\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoVicat-368-ASTM 12 Station Automatic Vicat Needle Apparatus is designed for automated Vicat testing of cement. With 12 integrated measuring stations, programmable test sequences, automatic data recording, and controlled high-humidity conditions, the system provides a consistent approach to determining cement setting behavior.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 12 measuring stations are arranged in a 4\/4\/4 rectangular configuration within a stainless steel testing tub, which is seamlessly integrated into a durable stainless steel work table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete testing sequence can be programmed through the PC-controlled software, allowing automated test execution and evaluation. Testing takes place in a high-humidity environment with more than 95% moist air to support controlled testing conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring testing, the system automatically records the start and end of solidification and generates detailed solidification curves for analysis and evaluation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe drop rod and Vicat needle assembly has a precise total weight of 300 g ± 1 g, supporting consistent penetration measurements throughout the test sequence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor improved testing consistency, a built-in automatic cleaning device cleans the Vicat needle after each penetration. This helps maintain a clean needle tip and supports repeatable measurements across multiple test cycles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eScope of Delivery\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe AutoVicat-368-ASTM is supplied as a complete system mounted in a stainless steel cabinet, with the following components and accessories:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDevice mounted in a stainless steel cabinet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard software for test execution and evaluation on a Windows operating system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePC-based test control and evaluation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 × Vicat rings (Ø 60\/70 mm × 40 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 × glass plates (Ø 120 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e12 × centering rings for Vicat rings (Ø 60\/70 mm × 40 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 pairs of replacement cleaning brushes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × Allen key (1.25 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × Allen key (2 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 × replacement glass plates (Ø 120 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e2 × replacement needles (Ø 1.0 mm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSerial cable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUSB\/RS232 adapter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePower supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePC Requirement\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standard PC or laptop is required to operate the apparatus and run the Windows-based testing software. The PC or laptop is not included in the delivery scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAutoVicat-368-ASTM 12 Station Automatic Vicat Needle Apparatus (For Cement) Technical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"table\" border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"5\" cellspacing=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (W x D x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1000 x 700 x 1140 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e195 kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVoltage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 - 230 V \/ 50 - 60 Hz \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"gtx-trans\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"gtx-trans-icon\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Qualitest USA LC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53065241362743,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0786\/1859\/1543\/files\/autovicat-368-astm-12-station-au.webp?v=1790680750","url":"https:\/\/qualitest.us\/products\/autovicat-368-astm-12-station-automatic-vicat-needle-apparatus-for-cement","provider":"Qualitest USA LC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}